West Midlands Court Backlog Soars 88% in Justice Crisis
West Midlands crown court backlog rises 88% since 2016, creating a postcode lottery for justice. Victims and accused face years of delays.
Category : Legislative Changes
Rachel Reeves Plans 22% Tax on ISA Savings Interest
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to introduce a 22% charge on interest from cash held in stocks and shares ISAs from April 2025, sparking warnings of a damaging impact on savers.
HMRC Confirms £60k-£80k Earnings Rule for Child Benefit
HMRC has confirmed a £60,000 to £80,000 earnings rule for the High Income Child Benefit Charge, affecting parents claiming Child Benefit with incomes over £60,000.
Treasury Update: New Tax Policy for State Pension
HM Treasury provides an update on new tax policy to exempt state pension-only recipients from income tax, as triple lock rises push more pensioners into tax.
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Petition Wants BBC TV Licence Renamed 'Subscription'
A petition on the Parliamentary website urges the government to rename the BBC TV licence a 'subscription' to clarify that payment is voluntary for those not watching BBC or live TV.
New Rights for Cohabiting Couples Under Consultation
The Labour government launches a consultation to grant financial protections to cohabiting couples, potentially affecting over three million unmarried partners.
UK Government Unveils 6 New Aviation Laws for Airlines
The UK government has announced six new laws for airlines including Jet2, Ryanair, TUI, Easyjet, and BA to modernize aviation and enhance passenger protections.
Parents Face £320 Fines for Term-Time Holidays
Parents in England risk fines up to £320 per child for taking term-time holidays, as DfE confirms stricter attendance rules. Over 459,000 fines issued in 2024/25.
UK Schools May Get Temperature Limits Amid Heatwave Fears
The Labour government is considering introducing maximum temperature limits in schools in England and Wales to combat the impact of rising heatwaves on learning and staff safety.
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DWP State Pension Triple Lock 'Must Go' Says Expert
Jeremy Warner warns the state pension triple lock is unsustainable, urging reform as costs soar. Political cowardice may delay necessary changes.
Fury over banknote change: Churchill could be replaced by frog
The Bank of England plans to replace Sir Winston Churchill and other historical figures on banknotes with nature-themed designs, sparking criticism from political figures.
New 30-Day Holiday Rule Proposed for UK Workers
A petition calls for a new minimum holiday entitlement of 30 days including bank holidays for all UK workers, aiming to boost mental health and public spending.
New Autumn Bank Holiday Proposal to Close 121-Day Gap in UK
A petition calls for a new autumn bank holiday in England and Wales to bridge the 121-day gap between the August bank holiday and Christmas. The government may respond if 10,000 signatures are reached.
New DWP Retirement Age Rules: Key Dates for UK Households
The State Pension age is rising from 66 to 67 by 2028, affecting those born between 6 March 1961 and 5 April 1977. Learn how to check your eligibility and plan retirement.
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Two-Week Warning Over New £25,140 Tax-Free Allowance
A two-week update has been issued over a possible new HMRC personal tax-free allowance for state pensioners, with a petition sparking a debate on June 15, 2026.
DWP to Abolish WCA After Timms Review
The DWP confirms plans to abolish the Work Capability Assessment, introduced in 2008, pending the Timms Review on PIP. Changes aim to simplify assessments for disabled claimants.
Labour MPs propose bank holiday for England World Cup win
Labour MPs have tabled a plan for an additional bank holiday in July 2026 if England wins the FIFA World Cup, aiming to foster community celebration.
DWP Rule Change for PIP, Universal Credit from June 2
The DWP is watering down checks on PIP claimants, extending award periods to four years initially and six years after review, starting June 2, 2026.
June 19 Deadline for Armistice Day Bank Holiday Petition
A petition to make Armistice Day a UK bank holiday has a June 19 deadline. It needs 10,000 signatures for a government response, with over two weeks left.
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DWP Urged to Investigate Four Working-Age Benefits
The DWP has been told to thoroughly investigate four core working-age benefits amid concerns over rising welfare costs. Universal Credit, ESA, PIP, and JSA are in focus.
DWP Urged Not to Scrap Triple Lock: 19 Million at Risk
Former Pensions Minister Sir Steve Webb warns scrapping the state pension triple lock could leave 19 million people without a decent retirement income.
UK Plan to Ban Zero-Hours Contracts for 1.2 Million Workers
Ministers consider banning zero-hours contracts as part of new employment laws, affecting 1.23 million workers in the UK. Child Poverty Action Group and TUC urge government to implement changes.
Petition Seeks HMRC Tax-Free Allowance Rise to £20,000
A Parliament petition urges increasing the personal tax allowance to £20,000 to help low and middle earners amid rising living costs. The petition closes on 14 November 2026.
Ex-Minister: Scrapping Triple Lock 'Would Be a Disaster'
Former pensions minister Sir Steve Webb warns that abolishing the triple lock now would cause a retirement disaster, with millions more pensioners falling short.
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HMRC VIP Hotline Now Open to Transgender Taxpayers
HMRC has expanded its VIP hotline PD1 to transgender taxpayers with Gender Recognition Certificates, sparking debate over service inequality.
Schools to Fine Parents Over Holiday Absences from Monday
School fines for term-time holidays are set to surge from next week as families face penalties of £80 per parent per child, sparking debate over policy effectiveness.
Teen Rapists' Sentences Go to Court of Appeal
Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirms the attorney general has referred non-custodial sentences for two teenage rapists to the Court of Appeal after public outrage.
New Subscription Laws Could Save Consumers £400m a Year
New laws targeting subscription traps will give consumers stronger protections, clearer terms, and easier cancellations, potentially saving £400m annually from spring 2027.
HMRC Inheritance Tax Change Could Add £34,000
Families face average inheritance tax bills of £34,000 more from April 2027 as unused pension funds become part of estates for tax purposes.
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Warning Over Tax-Free Childcare: 'High Stakes' for Claimants
A warning has been issued over the Tax-Free Childcare scheme, with experts saying many families miss out due to confusing rules and poor naming.
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